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“That’s what my family does — we love fiercely, and there’s nothing we won’t do for those we love. I’d never let anyone hurt them.”
“You make me feel entirely out of control, Raya. I swear this isn’t what I had in mind when I asked you to leave with me. I don’t want you to think there’s only one thing I’m after, but fuck, baby, I can’t tear myself away from you.”
I want more than a marriage that really is just a glorified friendship — I want true love.”
“It would make me so happy if you’d give us a real chance, Lex. I’m not asking you to change, you know? I’ll take you as you are.”
“Sometimes love isn’t loud and obvious, Raya. Sometimes it’s in the little things, hidden behind layers and layers of exterior protection. Love isn’t always communicated verbally, but that doesn’t make it any less real.”
“He might know how you like your coffee, but he doesn’t know what makes you moan. You’re mine, Raya. Remember that.”
“Have you lost your fucking mind? If you ever threaten your wife like that again, I’ll fucking incapacitate you.”
loving someone with all you have won’t necessarily make them love you back. The love you give isn’t a precursor of the love you receive.”
it’s obvious that things aren’t easy, but real love never is, is it? It’s messy, and it’s ugly at times, but it’s always worth it.”
“Is it obvious?” I ask, my voice soft. “That we’re… arguing?” Bob leans against the car and smiles. “Lexington, you’re walking around looking like a sad puppy. It’s hard not to notice.”
I’ve been craving one of Raya’s hugs more than she’ll ever know, and here she is, hugging that damn robot.
Lex offers his right hand, and Dad sniffs as he places mine on top of Lex’s, giving me away. Mom rubs his arm when he struggles to let go, and Lex looks at Dad reassuringly. “You’ll never lose her,” he promises. “You’re just gaining a son.”
